Deadline: 25 September 2017 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for collaborative policy advocacy initiatives to coordinate and amplify existing business and human rights efforts to advance Internet freedom. Program Components Strengthen the capacity of local Internet freedom advocates to promote business and human rights standards at the global, … [Read more...]
Japan Foundation Asia Center: Call for Applications for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018
June 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 18 July 2017 If you are young professionals concerned about disaster and environmental education, then please apply for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018!! Applications are open for HANDs! Project 2017 – 2018 which is a human resource development program sponsored by the Japan Foundation Asia Center. The Project was created as a place for mutual learning, sharing knowledge, and cooperating to solve problem for disaster prevention and support for disaster-affected areas, primarily in Asian … [Read more...]
Applications Open for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program (YPP)!
June 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 28 July 2017 The World Bank is currently inviting applicants for its Young Professionals Program (YPP) with an aim to provide opportunity for younger talent who have both a passion for international development and the leadership potential to grow in fascinating top technical and managerial roles in the World Bank Group. The program is designed for highly qualified and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to WBG technical/operations such as economics, finance, education, … [Read more...]
Thrasher Research Fund: Inviting Applicants for Early Career Awards
June 14, 2017 By
Deadline: 19 September 2017 The Thrasher Research Fund is currently inviting applications for its Early Career Awards with an aim to encourage the development of medical research in child health by awarding small grants to new researchers, helping them gain a foothold in this important area. The Fund will make up to 30 awards total with two funding cycles (15 awards each). Research Interests The Fund is open to a variety of research topics important to children’s health. Both … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Canon Foundation’s Co-sponsored Research Fellowships!
June 14, 2017 By
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Canon Foundation in Europe, in co-operation with the European University Institute in Florence is currently seeking applications for its Co-sponsored Research Fellowships. In this programme, one Japanese national or permanent resident of Japan will go to Florence, Italy, to carry out post-doctoral research. Information on research areas can be obtained from the European University Institute website. Duration The Fellowships are for the duration of one year, … [Read more...]
Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2017: Enabling a Smart, Safe and Sustainable World
June 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 20 September 2017 If your product or technology is targeting markets in transportation, smart cities, safety and security, and connected industries, or if your solution enables a smart, safe and sustainable world, then apply for Nokia Open Innovation Challenge! The Nokia Open Innovation Challenge, in partnership with venture firm Nokia Growth Partners , is a call for ideas, technologies, and new business models in IoT (Internet of Things). The challenge is running for its fifth … [Read more...]
Applications Open for INK Fellows Program: Bringing together a Community of Game Changers
June 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Applications are open for INK Fellows Program with a mission to bring together a community of game changers who have the courage to redefine the world through their imaginative ideas and creative thinking. Being an INK Fellow provides the peer-support necessary to take brilliant work to the next level. The Program aims to provide applicants the support necessary to leverage their impact. The INK Fellows Program is an initiative of Ixoraa Knowledge Foundation, the … [Read more...]
DHHS/National Institutes of Health: HIV/HCV Co-Infections in Substance Abusers
June 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 7 January 2018 The Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health is seeking applications for its program entitled "HIV/HCV Co-Infections in Substance Abusers" to to fill gaps in understanding of: the impact of substance abuse on HIV, HIV/HCV co-infection associated disease progression, the pathogenic interactions between HIV and hepatitis C virus, hepatic and non-hepatic co-morbidities associated with HIV/HCV-co-infections in people with substance … [Read more...]
OutRight Action International: Inviting LGBTIQ Activists for Advocacy Week 2017 in New York
June 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 7 July 2017 OutRight Action International is seeking applications from international activists for their annual week of advocacy, which runs from December 1-10, 2017 in New York City. Every December, OutRight hosts LGBTIQ activists from around the world in New York for a week of high level meetings and activities around Human Rights Day (December 10th). The week culminates with OutSummit, our one-day conference dedicated to giving activist in the US and around the world the … [Read more...]
Singularity University: Apply for N Square Impact Scholars Program
June 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 5 July 2017 Can Your Moonshot Idea Solve Our World’s Nuclear Threat? Apply if you're inspired by N Square's vision, welcome collaboration, and can propose innovative, scalable solutions that leverage exponential technologies. The Singularity University is currently seeking applications for its N Square Impact Scholars Program, a multimillion dollar initiative designed to stimulate innovation in the fields of nuclear disarmament, nonproliferation and safety and security. N Square is … [Read more...]
Nominations Open for Sony World Photography Awards! Inviting Photographers Worldwide
June 9, 2017 By
Deadline: Various The World Photography Organisation in partnership with Sony is seeking nominations for its Sony World Photography Awards that seek to bring all the photographers at one of the world’s leading photography competitions. The aim of these awards is to showcase the best photography in the world from the past year. Free to enter and open to all photographers, the awards’ are an authoritative voice in the photographic industry, with the power to shape the careers of its … [Read more...]
Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge: Tackling World’s Biggest Health Issues
June 9, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Applications are open for HealthTech Innovation Challenge, a part of Accenture’s broader HealthTech Innovation program—which will also include acceleration and venture opportunities, innovation labs and more. The program supports innovative technologies and drive creative solutions to improve the way people access and manage healthcare. The Accenture HealthTech Innovation Challenge is in full swing to recognize early stage start-up businesses that can play a major … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Pro Natura Fund Overseas Grant Programme 2017!
June 8, 2017 By
Deadline: 14 July 2017 The Pro Natura Foundation Japan (PNFJ) is currently inviting applications for the 28th edition of its Pro Natura Fund Overseas Grant Programme 2017 to support investigation and research aiming at conservation of ecosystem, and education and enlightenment activities aiming at the improvement of conservation awareness, in areas other than Japan. The project needs to contribute to local nature conservation. The programme is focused on the scientific research and … [Read more...]
MGIEP Call for Proposals: Transforming Education Conference for Humanity (TECH) 2017
June 8, 2017 By
Deadline: 15 August 2017 The UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) is seeking proposals for its international conference entitled ‘Transforming Education Conference for Humanity’ (TECH) in partnership with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh in Visakhapatnam, India from December 16 – 18, 2017. The Conference is also supported by the Government of India – Ministry of Human Resource Development. The MGIEP is an integral part of UNESCO and … [Read more...]
Apply to Participate in the MozFest 2017! Inviting Participants Worldwide
June 8, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 August 2017 The MozFest 2017 is currently seeking session proposals from interested applicants from around the world. MozFest sessions cover a wide range of topics, but share two important qualities: they are interactive and inclusive. The MozFest is the annual celebration of the Mozilla community and the greater open Internet movement. MozFest is a diverse, highly interactive event with something for everyone. The festival kicks off Friday evening with a science fair, where … [Read more...]
Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant: Supporting Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
June 8, 2017 By
Deadline: 15 August 2017 Wildlife Acoustics is currently inviting applicants for its Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The programme enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and quickly. The program will support bioacoustics research efforts from chiropteran, avian, terrestrial, amphibious and marine wildlife, to everything else in between. Funding … [Read more...]
Japan Water Forum Fund 2017: Supporting Grassroots Organizations in Developing Countries to Address Water-Related Issues
June 8, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Japan Water Forum (JWF) is currently accepting applications for its funding program 2017 with an aim to support organizations addressing water-related issues at the grass-roots level in developing countries. Successful applicants are provided with grants. JWF Fund is formed and operated by utilizing membership fees of Japan Water Forum and donations to Charity for Water. During the past 13 years, JWF Fund supported 156 projects in 27 countries, benefiting more than … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Weeden Foundation Grant Programs to protect Biodiversity!
June 7, 2017 By
Deadline: 4 August 2017 The Weeden Foundation is accepting letter of intents from organizations for its various funding programs in order to protect biodiversity. The Foundation works to protect old-growth forests, expand habitats for endangered species on public and private lands, and link key wildlife corridors. The Weeden Foundation’s primary mission has been to protect biodiversity. Since its inception, the Weeden Foundation has supported international and domestic population stabilization … [Read more...]
Astraea’s International Fund: Supporting Groups led by LGBTQI Communities
June 7, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 July 2017 The Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice is seeking applications for its International Fund to support groups led by LGBTQI communities working for progressive social change, addressing oppression based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression, and advancing work for racial, economic and gender justice. Priorities The fund prioritizes funding to groups that are: Led by and targeted to lesbian/bisexual/queer women Led by and targeted to … [Read more...]
Abe Fellowship for Journalists: Encouraging the Coverage of topics of Pressing Concern to the United States and Japan
June 7, 2017 By
Deadline: 16 September 2017 The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) and the Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership (CGP) are seeking applications for its program "Abe Fellowship for Journalists (AFJ)" to encourage in-depth coverage of topics of pressing concern to the United States and Japan through individual short-term policy-related projects. Thematic Areas Threats to Personal, Societal, and International Security Especially welcome topics include food, water, and energy … [Read more...]
